The Story of the Celestial Dragon and the Lost City of Shang is a mythic choral tale that follows a boy named Liang, whose heartfelt song awakens Shénlóng (神龙), the Celestial Dragon. In a time of drought, the dragon’s descent brings life back to the land, inspiring the creation of the Dragon Dance. Blending legend and music, the piece is a tribute to hope, wonder, and the power of song to revive and remember a lost paradise.

Dramatic and vivid, this work is filled with colourful textures, dynamic shifts, and expressive tempo changes that bring the story to life, making it an ideal choice for both competitions and concerts. It showcases storytelling at its finest through powerful choral writing and evocative musical landscapes.